25 of the industry's most revered, innovative and successful brands will exhibit their very best.

The Event:
The PETaPOTTY Westminster Experience is setting the stage for an incredible 4 day BarkBar invitational vendor expo and SkyBark red carpet kickoff party, in conjunction with The Westminster Kennel Club 134th Annual Dog Show.  February 12th – 15th, PETaPOTTY has secured the entire penthouse of the world famous Hotel Pennsylvania, offering a glamorous setting with breathtaking views of New York, sure to keep up with BarkBar & SkyBark’s highest possible standards.  Brought to you in part by Swiffer the PETaPOTTY Westminster Experience is going to be “THE EVENT” surrounding The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. From fashion shows, red carpets, DJ Biden and the hippest pooch party in town; to gift bags, spectacular food & drinks, a 3.2 Million dollar collar and over 25 of the pet industries most revered and celebrated brands on display, this is one event New York and the Westminster Kennel Club will never forget!

SkyBark: February 12th 2010, 8PM - Midnight
SkyBark is the ultimate chic hotspot and the only nightclub of its kind offering a place for both humans and canines to live it up late night. For the first time owners can bring their four legged friends out in a social environment where cocktails and food are offered along with a lively atmosphere. The inaugural event premiered March 25, 2006 at our beautiful Downtown Los Angeles Location and it was a howling success. SkyBark was so successful it has now spread across to the east coast by popular demand, launching our New York franchise at the 2009 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show! SkyBark features; a red carpet arrival and puparazzi entrance wall, celebrity guests and their pooches, $3 Million Doggie Collar, partial proceeds from any sale of this goes to NSALA), 2008 Best in Show winner Uno the Beagle, will be sitting at table 4, live music by DJ Biden, drinks, dancing, delicious hor's orderves for both people and pets, New York’s hottest doggy fashion show with Ada Nieves, gift bags and much more! SkyBark is also a charitable event, benefiting a different charity with each gathering. This year we have a Gift Certificate for $5000 Bradford wall portrait on canvas, FIDO Friendly to give a 1/2 Editorial-Interview worth $2,000 for the live auction and much more. North Shore Animal League America is the recipient of  Skybark's  " 2010 Animal Shelter Of The Year" given at the Pre-Westminster Fashion Show on Feb 12 at the Hotel Pennsylvania.

North Shore Animal League America is the world’s largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization, each year saving the lives of approximately 20,000 pets. For 65 years, the Animal League has sustained its mission to rescue, nurture and adopt homeless animals.

Accepting the award on behalf of NSALA is Beth Ostrosky Stern who is among the walkers in the Pre-Westminster Fashion Show. A passionate animal lover, Beth serves as national spokesperson for North Shore Animal League America, representing the organization in print and broadcast interviews, advertising, and in public service announcements.

BarkBar: February 13th - 15th 2010, 11AM - 11PM
BarkBar is the Westminster Experience's, 4 day invitational vendor expo. PETaPOTTY has invited only the absolute leaders in the pet industry to participate in this spectacular 4 day event. 25 of the industry's most revered, innovative and successful brands will exhibit their very best for 2,700 of America's top dogs, their owners, trainers, breeders, groomers, industry pioneers, and the over 50,000 spectators and enthusiasts converging upon the 134th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.
The Gold ballroom will be all glitz and glamour in true Hollywood forum, with live music, dancing, drinks, couture fashion showcases, photo shoots, and much more! If you've seen the Amazing Jilli Dog at a live appearance, or on TV (Animal Planet, Disney TV, Regis, Rachael), then you know what to expect! If you haven't, then you're in for a treat! This 5-lb Yorkie is one of the top trick trained dog performers in America! BarkBar is sure to be all the talk of the Westminster Dog Show

The Venue:
The Hotel Pennsylvania is the world’s most popular hotel having welcomed more guest than any other hotel in the world! Hosting over 1,700 stunning rooms for dog enthusiasts and exhibitors, the Hotel Pennsylvania is the social center for the entire Westminster Dog Show. The Hotel is known for hosting Westminster champions, including 2008 Best in Show winner Uno the Beagle, who has a VIP pass to wonder SKYBARk.

The PETaPOTTY Westminster Experience is proud to have secured the entire top floor for SkyBark events and the Gold Ballroom for BarkBar our 3 day invitational vendor expo. The Penn Top ballroom has breath taking views of the Empire State building, while the adjacent Sky Top ballroom overlooks the marquis of Madison Square Garden. This truly is the ideal setting for the convergence of over 50,000 spectators and enthusiasts from all over the world. 

About PETaPOTTY
Since 2002, PETaPOTTY has been called upon to provide innovative potty solutions for indoor and outdoor dog-friendly events and to pet owners across the world.  As such, PETaPOTTY has built an impressive resume of being a reliable pooch potty provider.  Previous events include the Bow Wow WoW charity fundraiser at the Playboy Mansion sponsored by Much Love, SuperZoo: one of the largest pet industry trade shows, NYC Pet Fashion week, NYC K9 Cruise, and many others.  In addition, PETaPOTTY has been a trusted vendor for events produced by Disney, Animal Planet, Lifetime, MTV, E!, Warner Bros and more.

PETaPOTTY and SkyBark will be sponsoring a new bio-break facility in the Hotel Pennsylvania Penthouse and Gold Ballroom, we will be handling all the dogs’ potty needs. The accommodations for Westminster patrons have made the Hotel Pennsylvania the Travel Channel's "#3 Bathroom" and this year PETaPOTTY is going for title of #1.

 

This Years Sponsors Include: Swiffer, Natural Balance, Modern Dog magazine, Doggie Aficionado magazine, Fido Friendly magazine, The NY Blue Book, Bitch NY And dozens of vendors for all your pet’s lifestyle needs.

AT A Glance

WHAT:  The 2nd Annual PETaPOTTY Westminster Experience

WHEN:  SkyBark; February 12th 8pm - Midnight - Penn Topp
             BarkBar; February 12th - 15th, 11am - 11pm - Gold Ballroom

WHERE:  The Hotel Pennsylvania
              401 7 Ave, New York, NY 10001

WHO:  2,700 of America's top dogs, owners, trainers, breeders, groomers, veterinarians, and over 50,000 spectators and enthusiasts 

WHY:  To celebrate the 134th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show

SkyBark; February 12th 8pm - Midnight - Penn Topp

7:00 - 8:30 - Red Carpet
8:00 – 9:00 – Rick and Jilli Dog on stage
8:30 - 9:00 - Auctions bid
9:00 - 9:30 – Bark bar exhibitions
9:30 - 9:45  - Break for drinks, treats, etc
9:45 -10:30 - Fashion show and awards
10:30 - 12:00 - Networking fun - pictures, interviews...etc..

2009 Humanitarian Award Janice Wolfe to 2010 Humanitarian Award -David Frei

2009 Special Achievement Award Erika Searl to 2010 Pet Expert Charlotte Reed

2009 Mr Congeniality Award Andrew to 2010 Pet Publisher Greg Oehler

2009 Participation Award Aly McLennan to 2010 Outstanding Performance David De Leon

2009 Quality of Life Award Bocker to 2010 Quality of Life Award Luke Robinson

2009 Performance Award Andrea Arden to 2010 Pet Star Preston & Laura Nativo

2009 NYC Celebrity Dog Eli to 2010 Top Dog Cuba

2009 Most Talented Dog Jilli to 2010 Pet Event of the Year – Uno accepts award for Skybark

Important Links:

Facebook Skybark Event Page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/manage/?act=24247782#/event.php?eid=183349545349&index=1
Facebook Bark Bar Event Page:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/manage/?act=24247782#/event.php?eid=117708059625&index=1
Meet Up:
http://www.meetup.com/SKYBARKNYC/

Event Pages www.barkbar.com | www.skybark.com | www.petapotty.com/blog

SKYBARk TICKETS: http://www.petapotty.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=54&osCsid=345877600588604f2825e1144026a21a